# texan (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 6 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover texan. Page: Feed: --- ## [Reminder from Secretary of State Nandita Berry: Early voting starts Monday for Texas Senate District 4 Special Election Runoff](http://www.sos.state.tx.us/about/newsreleases/2014/072414.shtml) _2028-07-28 · Secretary of State Press Releases_ Texas Secretary of State Nandita Berry reminds voters in Senate District 4 that early voting starts Monday, July 28, and runs through Friday, Aug.1, for the Aug. 5 special election runoff to replace former state Senator Tommy Williams. ## [AP: Son of Buffalo Bills player Ed Oliver was toddler who died in Harris County pool](https://www.khou.com/article/news/local/ed-oliver-son-harris-county-pool-drowning/285-be4e6bf1-8f1e-443d-8b39-2a07215f9047) _2026-08-23 · KHOU RSS Feed: sports_ The Buffalo Bills offered condolences to defensive tackle Ed Oliver and his family Saturday following the death of his son. ## [This Week, Texas Republicans Decided Who Deserves Protection But It Was Never the People Who Needed It.](https://letsaddresstexas.substack.com/p/this-week-texas-republicans-decided) _2026-08-22 · Let's Address Texas_ A week in review from Let’s Address Texas. ## [Buffalo Bills lineman Ed Oliver suffers devastating drowning death of 2-year-old son](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/ed-oliver-drowning-death-2-year-old-son) _2026-08-22 · Latest News | FOX 26 Houston_ Ed Oliver has been carrying a heavy burden over the past two months: he has been mourning the loss of his 2-year-old son, who died in a drowning accident in June. ## [Texans sign two receivers following news that Jayden Higgins will miss the season](https://www.khou.com/article/sports/nfl/texans/houston-texans-jayden-higgins-zay-smith-sterling-shepard/285-314cdd23-675e-44ad-8efd-d23948ed9c2c) _2026-08-22 · KHOU RSS Feed: sports_ Higgins tore his ACL in practice on Wednesday. Saturday, the team announced they're signed two veteran receivers. ## [Former Houston Cougar, current Buffalo Bill Ed Oliver mourns son, team announces](https://www.khou.com/article/news/local/ed-oliver-son-death-buffalo-bills-houston-cougars/285-f7f8d70a-7c4e-4360-93e8-5591c83c0a0e) _2026-08-22 · KHOU RSS Feed: sports_ The Bills posted their condolences to Ed Oliver and his family on social media Saturday. ## [Dan Patrick Is “Coming For the Books”](https://letsaddresstexas.substack.com/p/dan-patrick-is-coming-for-the-books) _2026-08-22 · Let's Address Texas_ I hope you all read Farenheit 451, because we’re about to live it... ## [Ravens WR Rashod Bateman faces family violence charges in Georgia](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/ravens-wr-rashod-bateman-faces-family-violence-charges-georgia) _2026-08-22 · Latest News | FOX 26 Houston_ Rashod Resheavous Bateman, the 26-year-old Baltimore Ravens wide receiver, was arrested in Georgia earlier this summer. ## [The PWHL's Walter Cup championship trophy went missing while in transit to Alberta](https://www.khou.com/article/news/nation-world/pwhls-walter-cup-championship-trophy-missing/507-e6527664-cddb-4117-aa4e-814f3733730b) _2026-08-21 · KHOU RSS Feed: sports_ It’s unclear where the Walter Cup was last seen. ## [Federal appeals court pauses order granting extra year of NCAA eligibility for 2022 grads](https://www.khou.com/article/sports/court-pauses-order-ncaa-eligibility-2022-grads/507-aba41f0b-22bd-4d34-94ac-a278d90fff1a) _2026-08-21 · KHOU RSS Feed: sports_ It was a key ruling that came only eight days before the football season's opening kickoff. ## [Screen Share With Real Control (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/7nLjYVBc4i72) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Collaborative screen sharing with simultaneous remote control — open source, like Screenhero. ## [NFL Preseason Week 2 Recap: Las Vegas Raiders 22, Houston Texans 20](https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-preseason-week-2-recap-las-vegas-raiders-22-houston-texans-20/) _2026-08-21 · Mark Chichester · PFF Houston Texans Team Feed_ The Las Vegas Raiders edged the Houston Texans 22–20 in Preseason Week 2 on August 20, 2026. Raiders outgained the Texans, 400 total yards to 248. ## [Stroud, Texans take early lead in second preseason game, but fall to Raiders, 22-20](https://www.khou.com/article/sports/nfl/texans/texans-raiders-preseason/285-6814863b-0609-42e7-bba1-cc6ce6262093) _2026-08-21 · KHOU RSS Feed: sports_ CJ Stroud and Woody Marks led Houston to an opening-drive touchdown. ## [Puppies, Cancer Patients, and Pedophiles — Guess Which One Ken Paxton Protects?](https://letsaddresstexas.substack.com/p/puppies-cancer-patients-and-pedophiles) _2026-08-21 · Let's Address Texas_ This is the second time ICE has kidnapped a witness to a crime in Houston in a month. ## [Texans, fans prep for Raiders preseason game](https://www.fox26houston.com/video/fmc-ok361bswtj3gxy99) _2026-08-20 · Latest News | FOX 26 Houston_ FOX 26's Lenard Davis Jr. reported live from inside Reliant Stadium ahead of the Houston Texans' preseason game against the Las Vegas Raiders, and Coco Dominguez spoke to fans who were tailgating before the game. ## [2026 NFL secondary rankings: Patriots lead the way with a star-studded group](https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-secondary-rankings-2026/) _2026-08-20 · PFF.com · PFF Houston Texans Team Feed_ PFF ranks all 32 NFL secondaries entering the 2026 season, with the New England Patriots claiming the top spot. The Houston Texans and Denver Broncos round out the top three behind talented groups of defensive backs. See how every NFL secondary stacks up based on PFF Grades, coverage production and offseason changes. ## [2026 NFL receiving corps rankings: The Lions lead the way](https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-receiving-corps-rankings-the-lions-lead-the-way/) _2026-08-20 · PFF.com · PFF Houston Texans Team Feed_ PFF ranks all 32 NFL receiving corps entering the 2026 season, with the Detroit Lions claiming the top spot. The Dallas Cowboys and Cincinnati Bengals round out the top three behind their established receiving duos. See how every NFL group stacks up based on PFF Grades, production and depth. ## [2026 NFL running back unit rankings: Falcons top the list](https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-running-back-unit-rankings-falcons-top-the-list/) _2026-08-20 · PFF.com · PFF Houston Texans Team Feed_ PFF ranks all 32 NFL running back groups entering the 2026 season, with Bijan Robinson and the Atlanta Falcons taking the top spot. Jahmyr Gibbs and the Detroit Lions rank second, while Saquon Barkley and the Philadelphia Eagles round out the top three. See how every NFL backfield stacks up based on PFF Grades, production and depth. ## [Texans host Raiders tonight at 7 p.m. on KHOU 11!](http://khou.com/Texans) _2026-08-20 · KHOU RSS Feed: sports_ The preseason continues for the Houston Texans as they host the Las Vegas Raiders at Reliant Stadium. ## [Biggest concern for every NFL team entering the 2026 season](https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-2026-biggest-team-concerns/) _2026-08-20 · Gordon McGuinness · PFF Houston Texans Team Feed_ Every NFL team enters the 2026 season with at least one significant concern that could shape its year. PFF examines the biggest question facing all 32 teams, from quarterback play and offensive line issues to receiving depth and defensive turnover. PFF Grades and advanced metrics highlight the roster weaknesses worth monitoring across the league. ## [ICE detains Latino man after he called HPD to report a shooting](https://letsaddresstexas.substack.com/p/ice-arrests-latino-man-after-he-called) _2026-08-20 · Let's Address Texas_ This is the second time ICE has kidnapped a witness to a crime in Houston in a month. ## [Sync Bookmarks Everywhere (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/p4mkTxrJ0Ikf) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Two-way sync keeps folders and toolbar intact across Chrome, Firefox, and Safari. ## [Lake Travis cancels season-opening football game after player's death](https://www.khou.com/article/sports/high-school/hs-football/lake-travis-football-cancels-season-opening-game-dripping-springs/269-dec609c8-8548-4626-b355-a52c030c9e32) _2026-08-20 · KHOU RSS Feed: sports_ The move to cancel the game follows the death of Lake Travis player Odin Hensley last week. ## [Texans training camp: Higgins' season-ending injury, famous faces, and more](https://www.fox26houston.com/video/fmc-4czbb7zfw0bph28c) _2026-08-20 · Latest News | FOX 26 Houston_ Wednesday's star-studded day at the Texans' training camp was met with potentially season-ending news regarding wide receiver Jayden Higgins. FOX 26's Lenard Davis Jr shares the highs and lows of Wednesday's practice. ## [TSU names new athletic director, men’s basketball coach amid pushback over hiring process](https://www.fox26houston.com/sports/texas-southern-university-names-ashley-robinson-athletic-director) _2026-08-19 · Leslie.DelasBour@fox.com (Leslie DelasBour) · Latest News | FOX 26 Houston_ Texas Southern University announced on Wednesday that they've hired Ashley Robinson, two-time National Athletics Driector of the Year, to be the new Vice President and Athletic Director. ## [Texans receiver out for the season after suffering knee injury during practice](https://www.khou.com/article/sports/nfl/texans/houston-texans-jayden-higgins-torn-acl/285-cf5111e2-e674-40fd-b85e-d6947ffc35b7) _2026-08-19 · KHOU RSS Feed: sports_ Houston Texans receiver Jayden Higgins tore his ACL during Wednesday’s practice and will miss the entire 2026 season, according to the NFL. ## [Von Miller offers Dallas Cowboys teammate lifetime supply of chicken for No. 40 jersey](https://www.khou.com/article/news/nation-world/von-miller-offers-dallas-cowboys-teammate-lifetime-supply-of-chicken/507-6dcfe119-6562-425e-aee4-f08558930e04) _2026-08-19 · KHOU RSS Feed: sports_ Von Miller is offering fullback Hunter Luepke a lifetime supply of premium chicken for jersey No. 40 as he joins the Dallas Cowboys. ## [Minnesota Sues Greg Abbott Over Refusal to Extradite ICE Agent](https://letsaddresstexas.substack.com/p/minnesota-sues-greg-abbott-over-refusal) _2026-08-19 · Let's Address Texas_ The party of “Law and Order” are defying the law...AGAIN ## [Banana Ball to hold first championship game at MLB’s Nationals Park](https://www.khou.com/article/news/nation-world/banana-ball-first-championship-game-at-mlb-nationals-park/507-e83dd877-2e35-46cc-847c-6d572e2fbe31) _2026-08-18 · KHOU RSS Feed: sports_ The Oct. 10 Banana Bowl will feature the Savannah Bananas and five other teams, with the championship also streaming live on Disney+. ## [Inside Reliant Stadium’s most exclusive clubs ahead of the 2026 NFL season](https://www.khou.com/article/money/business/houston-business-journal/reliant-stadiums-exclusive-clubs-2026-nfl-season/285-b99fcbc9-fe75-4006-a366-c3df688c9f76) _2026-08-18 · KHOU RSS Feed: sports_ The Houston Texans unveiled two ultra-premium clubs at Reliant Stadium. Michelin Guide-recommended restaurant Bludorn will provide curated menus for both clubs. ## [Player who helped Astros win 2022 World Series announces retirement](https://www.khou.com/article/sports/mlb/astros/astros-trey-mancini-retires/285-dded4522-cd3b-4def-b47b-477d8f65518c) _2026-08-18 · KHOU RSS Feed: sports_ Trey Mancini, a member of the Astros’ 2022 World Series championship team, announced his retirement. His time in Houston was brief, but it ended with a championship. ## [Bill Rasmussen, founder of ESPN, dies at 93](https://www.khou.com/article/news/nation-world/bill-rasmussen-espn-founder-dies/507-517405db-5d87-4870-88c0-c6605eb744e7) _2026-08-18 · KHOU RSS Feed: sports_ Known as "The Father of Sports Television," Rasmussen's ambition paved the way for the world's first 24-hour television network. ## [Auto-trade Cross-Exchange Gaps (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/rgie7krcnKJg) _2026-08-18 · **Sponsored**_ Find cross-exchange spreads, backtest strategies, and execute automatically with risk controls. ## [NASCAR recognizes August 18 as Kyle Busch Day after driver's death](https://www.khou.com/article/news/nation-world/nascar-recognizes-818-kyle-busch-day/507-2d8a689a-1666-4bfb-a41a-d2dba2d51205) _2026-08-18 · KHOU RSS Feed: sports_ NASCAR honors the late Kyle Busch by designating Aug. 18 as "Kyle Busch Day," celebrating his legacy with a marathon of his career highlights. ## [NFL linebacker, Super Bowl champion O.J. Brigance dies at 56](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/nfl-linebacker-super-bowl-champion-o-j-brigance-dies-56) _2026-08-18 · Jason.Gunn@fox.com (Jason Gunn) · Latest News | FOX 26 Houston_ Former NFL linebacker and Super Bowl champion of the Baltimore Ravens, O.J. Brigance has died at age 56. ## [Breakout candidates for all 32 teams](https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-breakout-candidates-2026/) _2026-08-18 · Gordon McGuinness · PFF Houston Texans Team Feed_ PFF identifies one breakout candidate for each of the 32 NFL teams entering the 2026 season. Young players such as Armand Membou, Kelvin Banks Jr. and Walter Nolen headline a group positioned for bigger roles or continued development. PFF Grades and advanced metrics highlight 32 players with an opportunity to emerge in 2026. ## [Reasons for optimism for all 32 NFL teams](https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-team-optimism-2026/) _2026-08-18 · Gordon McGuinness · PFF Houston Texans Team Feed_ PFF identifies the biggest reason for optimism for all 32 NFL teams entering the 2026 season. From established stars such as Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson to ascending young players and revamped rosters, every team has something to build around. PFF Grades and advanced metrics highlight the players and units that could shape each team's outlook in 2026. ## [2026 NFL defensive line rankings: Rams lead the league, Steelers and Texans open in top three](https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-defensive-line-rankings-2026/) _2026-08-18 · Gordon McGuinness · PFF Houston Texans Team Feed_ PFF ranks all 32 NFL defensive lines entering the 2026 season, with the Los Angeles Rams taking the top spot after adding Myles Garrett. The Houston Texans rank second behind Will Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter, while the Pittsburgh Steelers round out the top three. ## [Serena and Venus Williams return to doubles in first match together since 2022](https://www.khou.com/article/news/nation-world/serena-venus-williams-return-doubles/507-4f3c37c7-1142-4281-9867-35b40b501e3d) _2026-08-18 · KHOU RSS Feed: sports_ The sisters nearly recovered from a 6-0 deficit in the match tiebreaker before a double-fault by Venus Williams. ## [Abbott Celebrates Stinky Feet, Condemns American Muslims For Practicing Good Hygiene](https://letsaddresstexas.substack.com/p/abbott-celebrates-stinky-feet-condemns) _2026-08-17 · Let's Address Texas_ He mandated the Ten Commandments in every classroom but ablution stations are where he draws the line. ## [Texas Republicans Spent This Week Manufacturing Enemies.](https://letsaddresstexas.substack.com/p/texas-republicans-spent-this-week) _2026-08-15 · Let's Address Texas_ A week in review from Let’s Address Texas. ## [How to watch the 2026 NFL Season — and how much it’ll cost](https://www.fox26houston.com/sports/nfl-2026-streaming-cost) _2026-08-15 · Chris.Williams@fox.com (Chris Williams) · Latest News | FOX 26 Houston_ Watching the NFL in 2026 will require fans to navigate a mix of broadcast networks, live-TV packages and streaming services, with costs varying widely depending on how many games they want to see. ## [Football safety gets a sleeker look](https://www.fox26houston.com/sports/football-helmet-padding-guardian-caps) _2026-08-15 · CoCo.Dominguez@fox.com (CoCo Dominguez) · Latest News | FOX 26 Houston_ FOX 26’s Coco Dominguez spoke with the COO of Guardian Sports about the evolution of the protective headgear and why the new design could make a difference when it comes to players choosing to wear it. ## [Guardian Cap gets a sleeker design for padded protection | Full interview](https://www.fox26houston.com/video/fmc-9wavo6okjmj117lu) _2026-08-15 · Latest News | FOX 26 Houston_ Guardian Cap has been around for 16 years, but the company recently introduced its Guardian Cap 2.0, a sleeker version designed to provide added protection without standing out as much over a player’s helmet. FOX 26’s Coco Dominguez spoke with the COO of Guardian Sports, Jake Hanson, about the evolution of the protective headgear. ## [Ken Paxton and Conservatives Weaponizing Surrogacy Battle to Come for Your Reproductive Rights](https://letsaddresstexas.substack.com/p/ken-paxton-and-conservatives-weaponizing) _2026-08-15 · Let's Address Texas_ This case is being engineered to reach the Supreme Court and place even more restrictions on reproductive rights, IVF, and surrogacy. ## [Padded helmets get new design in time for football season](https://www.fox26houston.com/video/fmc-v1zsyt372kk3nngb) _2026-08-14 · Latest News | FOX 26 Houston_ As athletes focus more on their long-term health, a padded sports helmet design has been gaining more popularity. FOX 26's Coco Dominguez shares what she learned about the Guardian Caps that even some Houston Texans are taking to the field. ## [Texans fans pumped for first preseason game](https://www.fox26houston.com/video/fmc-ptg1k1cet4fh0nmz) _2026-08-14 · Latest News | FOX 26 Houston_ Fans of the Houston Texans were outside Reliant Stadium getting ready for the team's first preseason game. FOX 26's Coco Dominguez spoke to a legendary Houston tailgating group that's continuing 25 years of tradition. ## [Meet Ben Flores, the Democrat Who Could Reopen Your Kid's Closed School](https://letsaddresstexas.substack.com/p/meet-ben-flores-the-democrat-who) _2026-08-14 · Saadia Mirza · Let's Address Texas_ I Sat Down With Ben Flores, Texas' Next Land Commissioner. What He Told Me About a New Data Center Made My Stomach Drop. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/211052081/2c1fdf6dc56edfb6c29af95692ac8eea.mp3) ## [Houston Rockets announce 2026–27 regular season schedule](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/houston-rockets-announce-2026-27-regular-season-schedule) _2026-08-13 · Ajibola.Bodunrin@fox.com (Ajibola Bodunrin) · Latest News | FOX 26 Houston_ The Houston Rockets have unveiled their full schedule for the 2026–27 NBA season, highlighted by an international preseason trip to Macao and 21 national TV games. ## [After Killing Public Schools, Greg Abbott Says He Has a Plan To Make Them The Best in US](https://letsaddresstexas.substack.com/p/after-killing-public-schools-greg) _2026-08-13 · Let's Address Texas_ He's got "concepts of a plan". ## [Dallas Cowboys ranked most valuable NFL team](https://www.fox26houston.com/sports/dallas-cowboys-ranked-most-valuable-nfl-team) _2026-08-12 · Aaron.Barker@fox.com (Aaron Barker) · Latest News | FOX 26 Houston_ The Dallas Cowboys top this year’s list of the most valuable NFL teams. ## [2026 NFL offensive line rankings: Broncos, Eagles and Buccaneers open in top three](https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-offensive-line-rankings-2026/) _2026-08-12 · Gordon McGuinness · PFF Houston Texans Team Feed_ PFF's 2026 NFL offensive line rankings evaluate all 32 units entering the season, with the Denver Broncos claiming the No. 1 spot. The Philadelphia Eagles and Tampa Bay Buccaneers round out the top three, while injuries and lineup changes significantly impact several teams further down the rankings. ## [Ken Paxton's Being Bankrolled by Epstein Associates and Data Centers](https://letsaddresstexas.substack.com/p/ken-paxtons-being-bankrolled-by-epstein) _2026-08-12 · Let's Address Texas_ He’s cashing checks from data centers, an Epstein-file family, and even went on Fox to beg for more money